Pittsburgh
Steelers
5-0
31
FINAL
24
Tampa Bay
Buccaneers
1-4
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 6d ago
In a thrilling Week 6 showdown, the Pittsburgh Steelers narrowly defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-24, solidifying their playoff aspirations. Both teams entered the game eager to secure a crucial victory, but it was the Steelers who ultimately emerged victorious in a tightly contested battle. Steelers running back Jaylen Warren was the standout performer on offense, racking up an impressive 152 rushing yards, which proved vital for Pittsburgh’s ground game. Quarterback Baker Mayfield of the Buccaneers kept his team competitive, throwing for 233 yards and two touchdowns, connecting frequently with Ted Hurst III, who tallied 141 receiving yards. This offensive production kept the game close, but it wasn't enough to clinch the win. Defensively, the Steelers made key plays that shifted the momentum in their favor. Jalen Ramsey's interception was a pivotal moment that stunted a Buccaneers drive and allowed Pittsburgh to maintain their lead late in the game. Despite strong efforts from Tampa Bay's Vita Vea, who recorded a sack, and Tykee Smith, who led the team with four tackles, the Steelers' defense held firm when it mattered most, sealing their victory.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Baker MayfieldQB211048%2332280.1
Will HowardQB18844%1501092.3
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jaylen WarrenHB201527.6381560
Bucky IrvingHB12887.3131650
Will HowardQB2126.06190
Baker MayfieldQB133.0—030
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Ted Hurst IIIWR414135.3372651
Jaylen WarrenHB49423.5781440
Cade OttonTE24522.520250
Emeka EgbukaWR12424.040240
Darnell WashingtonTE22412.050210
Bucky IrvingHB3237.79080
Michael PittmanWR11717.0120170
Germie BernardWR11515.010150
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Chris BoswellK44149
Chase McLaughlinK11348